Tai Tokerau Trades Training Bi-Monthly Newsletter -
January - February 2023
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Nau mai, haere mai, whakatau mai! |
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Tena Koutou katoa. Nau mai, Haere mai ki 2023!
Tai Tokerau Trades Training extends a belated happy new year to you with a warm welcome to the 2023 school year!
Thank you all for the generous support, endless effort, and mahi done in 2022.
We have a lot of plans for this year and can't wait to set some of our dreams and ideas in motion and share them with you all this year!
We look forward to another year working with you all and playing our part to uphold and lift the development of our young people into fulfilling career journeys.
We look forward to supporting you in guiding the ākonga' journeys forward.
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The Tai Tokerau Trades Training whanau mahi has grown again, and we wish to extend a warm welcome to Clive Campbell.
We are so excited to have him join the team!
You may see Clive out and about in the mid-north region as he has joined the Whakaahu Whakamua team as a facilitator based out of Kaikohe.
If you see Clive around, feel free to give him a friendly wave or stop for a chat to see what he does for mahi.
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School Highlights and Opportunities |
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School Leavers Transition Support |
The EEB team has implemented a transition support resource to run ongoing as one of our many mechanisms to help bridge the gap between secondary school leavers and the working world.
Each term, a select number of ākonga will be able to have individualised support from our team to develop a career plan with personalised pastoral care and transition support from Vocational Coordinator to ākonga. This Initiative focuses on secondary ākonga aged Year 12 – 13 who show work-readiness and disengagement from school.
We focus on understanding their strengths while explaining the importance of "soft skills" in the workplace. We also offered our resources to help ākonga gain other knowledge on essential working elements.
If this sounds like some of your Ākonga, get in touch with the team, and we will be happy to fill you in on further details.
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Pathways Presentation
The Pathways Presentation has been designed to deliver the basics of Vocational Education and is generally targeted at Years 9 and 10 ākonga. The object is to support ākonga in their understanding of where they see themselves within the working world by introducing key questions they should be considering at their Year level. We then introduce handy tools, like the Vocational Pathway wheel, to guide their explorations.
These are what we teach ākonga throughout our 1-hour presentation;
- Real-life scenarios through experiences of the facilitators.
- Successes and learnings of the presenters themselves.
- The basics of the education system - The difference between University, Polytech, and Apprenticeship.
- How to navigate the pressures of being asked, "what are you going to do when you leave school?"
- Key questions to ask when thinking about pathway options in Years 9-10.
- What is the subject selection, and why is it important?
- Tools such as the Vocational Pathways to support Job exploration.
- Who the Careers staff are within the school, and/or what Trade Academy is available to them.
If you're interested in our Pathways Presentation or want more information, click the button below and send through an email, and we can book you an appointment.
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Our employability programme is a series of workshops designed to respond to business and industry concerns that young people may not be developing the soft skills required to succeed in the workplace.
Our Employability Programme workshops focus on core employability skills. These workshops are packed with fun learning activities to build work readiness skills that business leaders have identified they want to see in young people.
We have developed eight x 1-hour workshops from which you can choose. Your school/kura can select 5 of the eight workshops, selecting the workshops which best align with your ākonga needs and stages of their transition journey. Each workshop is 1 hour or one class period in length.
The workshops are:
Ko wai ahau? – Ākonga will identify their values, interests, and skills.
Goalsetting - Ākonga will identify goals and potential challenges they may face and learn ways to overcome them.
Communication – Ākonga will learn about the importance of communicating at work and how to do it professionally
Positive attitude – Ākonga will understand what it means to have a positive attitude at work and learn about the STAR formula to overcome and resolve issues.
Willingness to learn – Ākonga will learn how having the Willingness to Learn improves their standing in the workplace and how to cultivate this skill.
Teamwork – Ākonga will learn the importance of being a team player and building trust with co-workers to succeed in the workplace.
CV and Cover letter skills – Ākonga will learn about CV and Cover letter writing.
Interview skills – Ākonga will learn and practice interview skills to aid them in their transition to employment.
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Ngāwhā Innovation Enterprise Park -
Kura Site Tours!
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The EEB team is working closely with the team at Innovation Enterprise Park to create an event to showcase Ngāwhā Park and the many different vocational pathways found inside the park.
Upcoming Event
This term the EEB team will be delivering an interactive day event with site tours and activities exploring multiple career pathways and work/training opportunities, meet and greets with local employers stationed on the park, spot prizes and more!
Available to secondary kura, designed to inspire and expose ākonga to exciting career pathways available in their own backyard at Ngawha Innovation Park.
The event will take place in April (exact date tbc) at Ngāwhā Innovation and Enterprise Park and is available to surrounding schools in the Mid-North. We are aiming for this event to be a regular occurrence with the possibility for keen ākonga looking to transition into the workforce, and in coming time we will be able to offer this event to all Schools and Kura of Te Tai Tokerau.
If you would like more information on this event or to Register your students to attend, contact us now as numbers will be capped and spaces are limited.
About the Park
The Ngāwhā Innovation Enterprise Park’s purpose is to be the centre of innovative business and processes using the region’s abundant raw materials, supported by Research & Development and workforce training and development. From early-stage start-ups, established businesses and collaborations to large multinationals, we seek businesses and entrepreneurs that share our values and vision.
The Park is committed to community engagement and growth, for both our people and businesses with a focus on innovation and sustainability. Our mission is driven by these core values:
MAHI TAHI: The Park creates a space where we can encourage collaboration and connection.
KOTAHITANGA: Through unity and collective action, we seek to enhance our people and businesses.
TOHUNGATANGA: We encourage our people and businesses to pursue knowledge and ideas to grow.
KAITIAKITANGA: Collectively we protect our environment, resources and people for our future generations.
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GATEWAY / SCHOOL RESOURCES |
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Primary ITO offers Gateway unit standards across the Primary Industry Sector, including Agriculture, Horticulture, Sports Turf, Apiculture, Te Whakamahi Whenua and Seafood. Ākonga will gain an understanding of the primary sector and may earn credits to help them make informed choices about their future careers in our exciting industry. Please take a look at their 2023 booklet and enrolment form below. |
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The BCITO Gateway programme involves both theory learning and practical application. The theory is done in the classroom and is reinforced with onsite work experience.
The BCITO offers the following services:
- signing your Gateway ākonga into a BCITO Gateway Support and Assessment MOU.
- providing learning and assessment resources.
- assessing unit standards.
- assisting you in getting to know your local industry employers.
- helping ākonga make career decisions.
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- introducing ākonga to prospective employers when they leave school.
- providing appropriate building and construction information for careers advisors.
- assisting you with the consent-to-assess processes.
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Tradie life is all about working hard with your mates and creating things you can be proud of.
There'll be early starts and some mucking in. Put in the hard yards, and you'll earn good money as a qualified professional. You'll also get the opportunity to progress in your career.
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Marine & Specialised Technologies Academy of New Zealand |
Launch it, School to Work is a TEC-funded programme where MAST Academy works with employers and schools to help create career pathways for Years 12 and 13 ākonga. This programme allows the ākonga to experience the marine or composites industries while still earning credits towards completing NCEA qualifications. |
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MAST Academy matches a learner with a marine or composites employer. Typically, selected ākonga will be employed part-time (usually 1 or 2 days per week – or as agreed by the school and employer) for all or part of the school year. Ākonga will work towards earning industry unit standard credits at Levels 2 or 3 that will be awarded towards NCEA. Ākonga will attend school for the remaining days per week. MAST Academy will develop a learning plan for each ākonga and will assess and report credits gained in the workplace. |
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Pro+Med (NZ) Ltd provides accredited Workplace Health and Safety, Emergency Medical Training and Allied Services. Their commitment is to support their clients to meet workplace health and safety obligations under the Health and Safety at Work Act 2015.
Pro+Med (NZ) Ltd's pool of expertise comes from considerable experience in military, ambulance, fire, rescue, police, wilderness, industrial, mining, oil and gas and aquatic fields.
Pro+Med (NZ) Ltd offers a wide range of Health and Safety Gateway training that helps learners gain skills and knowledge in Health and Safety before they enter the workplace or, if they already have employment, that will help them understand the legislative requirements of a workplace. They'll also gain unit standards to help open doors to many fantastic jobs and careers.
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Pro+Med (NZ) Ltd Limited work with 200 schools nationwide, delivering Gateway Programmes throughout NZ.
The training provides knowledge and skills for ākonga through the courses such as Introduction to Health and Safety, Hearing, Backcare, Electrical Safety, Drug Awareness, Fire Warden, First Aid, and Automated External Defibrillator (AED).
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NorthTec supports ākonga at secondary school by providing additional experiences and opportunities not available at school that assist ākonga in their transition to tertiary study and employment.
Our pathway offerings are aligned with the Vocational Pathways, allowing ākonga to gain credits that contribute to their National Certificate of Educational Achievement (NCEA) under the vocational pathways.
NorthTec is happy to work with schools to provide solutions that meet the needs of ākonga at your school. We welcome your comments, requests for information, and suggestions about how we can help and work more closely together.
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Trades Academy
Full-year programme (1–2 days per week) for Years 12–13.
Academy programmes provide opportunities for ākonga to engage with learning in secondary and tertiary learning environments throughout a year-long programme.
These programmes build on existing knowledge, expose ākonga to the tertiary learning environment, and provide credits towards NCEA and nationally transferable qualifications.
Places on Academy programmes are limited, and ākonga must complete an expression of interest form and meet the tutor before being accepted into the programme.
See your school's Careers Advisor or Trades Academy Coordinator to learn more about Trades Academy opportunities. Ākonga must be enrolled in a secondary school to qualify for the programme.
We currently offer Academy programmes in the following areas:
- Automotive.
- Construction.
- Cookery.
- Hospitality Service.
- Hair and Beauty.
- Health.
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Connexis Infrastructure Training/ Te Pūkenga |
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Our Gateway programmes have been tailor-made for Years 11, 12 and 13 ākonga to allow them to gain experience in the Infrastructure Industries. Unit standards are set at Levels 2 and 3 and contain a mixture of soft and technical skills to give ākonga a better insight into the variety of skills required for the industry.
- Technical skill units: Ākonga are partnered with an infrastructure company to learn skills on the job.
- Soft skill units: Theory units ākonga work through in the classroom.
By participating in the Gateway Programme, your ākonga meet potential employers and test out the industry while completing relevant unit standards towards their training!
This is an excellent resource for school teachers and careers advisors with plenty of material you can share with your ākonga to give them an idea of what a career in infrastructure can bring, including:
- Infrastructure X-Mag.
- Qualification Catalogue.
- Gateway information.
- Career pathways for Civil, Energy, Telecommunications and Water.
- Girls with Hi-Vis® information.
- Videos.
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Early Childhood Education Study Scholarships |
Now is the perfect time to take the next step in your career and become a qualified early childhood teacher. Our flexible study options, wrap-around ākonga support, and 'limited-time' study scholarships will support you as you progress towards New Zealand teacher registration.
If you have any questions about this scholarship, please contact the Enrolments Team by clicking on the button below.
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Launched in 2014, Young Plumbers Launched in 2014, Young Plumbers is focused on upskilling, engaging, and supporting the next generation of plumbers, gasfitters and drainlayers. It's no secret a large proportion of the Plumbing industry is set to retire in the coming decade, so now's the time to put your hand up as one of our future leaders and get to know the industry at a deeper level. Plumbing World’s ‘Young Plumbers’ is focused on future-proofing the NZ plumbing industry.
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Your local Plumbing World team runs Young Plumbers training and social events for all tradespeople of all skill levels. Members benefit from
- Supplier Product Training and Up-Skilling.
- Industry talks.
- Social Activity and Events.
- Skills Challenges.
- Business Advice and Information.
All we're looking for is a good attitude and a desire to get involved in the industry's future.
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Established in 1991 and 100% owned by Master Electricians, ETCO is Aotearoa's leading electrical apprentices and training provider.
ETCO can help you get into an apprenticeship in two ways:
You can apply for employment with them as an ETCO apprentice, and they will support you in all aspects of your apprenticeship and your journey. ETCO can help you find employment as an apprentice with an independent employer. If you choose this path, you can still come to ETCO for your night classes and block course training, and we will visit you and support your on-job learning.
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There are so many career options after you finish an electrical apprenticeship, such as
- Engineering.
- Solar and Wind Energy Specialists.
- Marine Electricians.
- Line Mechanics.
- Estimators.
- And so much more!
For more information, check out the ETCO website!
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Safety ’n Action has a proven track record in delivering quality Health and Safety courses for Gateway ākonga. Whatever career your ākonga are aiming for, everyone needs to understand their health and safety responsibilities. Adding these credentials to their CV will make all the difference when entering the workforce.
Learn about the key roles and responsibilities of Health and Safety Representatives and Health and Safety Committee members within a workplace. Unit standard covered: 30264.
Schools Construction Site Access
Demonstrate knowledge of and carry out health and safety procedures for a building construction site. Unit standard covered: 21209.
Gain the knowledge that will allow you to enter your first day in the Construction Industry with a solid foundation of information about your Health and Safety responsibilities. Unit standards covered: 497, 30265 and 21209.
Schools Hazard and Risk Management
Prepare yourself for future employment with a comprehensive understanding of identifying and assessing potential workplace risks and hazards. Unit standards covered: 30265.
Schools Height Safety Introduction
Understand how to effectively use height safety and safety harness equipment. Unit standards covered: 17600 and 23229.
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Additional Industry Info & Events |
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Homepage :: Careers New Zealand
Careers New Zealand helps New Zealanders make informed learning and work decisions.
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www.careers.govt.nz
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Career Checker
Choose the option below that best describes where you currently are in your career journey. At school Choose this career stage if you are: at school leaving school looking for resources for your young person. Studying or training Choose this...
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No fees for BCITO Apprenticeships
The Government's Targeted Training and Apprenticeships Fund (TTAF) is supporting learners to undertake vocational education and training at no cost. Apprenticeships are now FREE for all new and current BCITO apprentices enrolled in a TEC-funded...
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Plan your career
Get in touch with us for career information. We are here from 8:30am to 5pm Monday to Friday, with the exception of Wednesday when we are here from 9.30am to 5pm. We are closed on all public holidays, including Wellington Anniversary.
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www.careers.govt.nz
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